Prevalence of indoor air pollutants from First Nation homes in North Central British Columbia, Canada.

Poor indoor air quality poses significant health risks. This study addresses the gap in knowledge regarding the prevalence of indoor air pollutants in remote and rural First Nation communities in north-central British Columbia, Canada. Dust samples from 75 homes were collected and analysed for house dust mites, pet allergens, mould antigens, and bacterial endotoxins.

Scoping review of telehealth use by Indigenous populations from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United States.

Introduction: Telehealth has the potential to address health disparities experienced by Indigenous people, especially in remote areas. This scoping review aims to map and characterize the existing evidence on telehealth use by Indigenous people and explore the key concepts for effective use, cultural safety, and building therapeutic relationships.

Methods: A search for published and gray literature, written in English, and published between 2000 and 2022 was completed in 17 electronic databases.